Many precious books to be introduced at “book market”

Many precious books will be introduced at a “book market” programme themed “A cultural identity of Hanoi” that will take place in the capital city of Hanoi from April 16-18.

At the press conference for the programme.
At the press conference for the programme.

The event will be held at Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam (the Temple of Literature) as part of activities in response to Vietnam Book Day (April 21).

During the programme, various cultural and art activities will introduce readers and collectors to many precious books, including those made with traditional do paper.

The organising board will focus on beautiful scholar, heritage and children’s books that were translated from Russian.

The event will contribute to connecting publishers and book-makers with the community while featuring traditional cultural values of the thousand-year-old city.

Visitors to the event will also have the chance to join various activities such as making do paper and com as well as enjoy traditional art performances and join folk games.